1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 945 kg more than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Break | S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
